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GK08 VWS

2008 Volvo C70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

116,473 mi
Last recorded116,473 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 VWS
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 116,473 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 114,625 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 112,789 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 111,562 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 111,560 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 109,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 107,280 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear suspension and inner sills corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2020 105,983 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2020 105,983 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 102,432 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 96,970 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 88,449 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 88,449 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 80,001 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 80,001 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 69,905 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 69,905 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 62,412 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 52,177 miles

Emissions to clean - no print out

Fail 11 Feb 2013 52,177 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Emissions to clean - no print out

Pass 13 Feb 2012 41,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Feb 2011 32,268 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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Pass 18 Feb 2011 32,268 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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GK08 VWS is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK08 VWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK08 VWS registered?

GK08 VWS is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is GK08 VWS safe to buy?

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